If you have a favorite athlete, you already know that when and what to eat can make a huge difference, whether working out or during competition. Diet and physical activity go hand in hand and are mutually related, for better or worse. If you prefer working out in the morning, you should have breakfast at […]
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Health Tip: smart snacking
The key to losing weight the smart and healthy way is to substitute meals, not skip them, something that’s specially true of ‘small’ meals, such as appetizers and snacks. Being hungry between meals is OK, just cut back on pastries, baked goods and sweets, and find a healthier alternative. Here is a list of foods, […]
Mediterranean Recipe: Omelet au Gratin with Vegetables
Are you aware of your bad eating habits?
We’re not talking about what time you have breakfast every morning, or if Friday nights are ‘pizza nights’. We’re referring to the things that you crave when you’re feeling down or anxious. Many of these habits can lead to unhealthy foods, excess eating and, ultimately, inadvertent weight gain. Bad habits are usually to blame when […]
Mediterranean Recipe: Rye Bread with Salmon and Cheese
Coffee with Milk, Rye Bread with Salmon and Cheese, and a Cup of Red Berries 601 Kcal per serving 1 People 15 Minutes
10 tips for smarter eating
Sometimes emotions and feelings can lead to overeating. Stressful situations and anxiety related to work (or lack-thereof), family and relationships can make us turn to (not-so-healthy) food as a source of comfort. If you don’t want emotional eating to sabotage your efforts at weight loss, and to help you regain control over your newly acquired […]
10 ways to enjoy a healthy holiday
Holidays are a great time to celebrate popular traditions with our favorite meals and drinks. While you celebrate, think about the small changes you can adopt to enjoy healthier meals, and remain active. 1.- A toast to good health: quench your thirst with low-calorie alternatives. Drink water with juice or sliced lemon. Serve sparkling water […]
10 ways to eat more vegetables
Eating more veggies is easy! It’s also essential since veggies contain vitamins and minerals, and very few calories. Follow these simple steps to make them part of your meals; it’s easier than you think.
Stay motivated by focusing on your goals
Adjust to your weight loss program by imagining what you’ll gain thanks to your effort and desire to succeed. Look inside yourself to find all the motivation you need. The more clearly you understand what pushes you, the better you’ll adjust to your diet and physical exercise program. Take a moment to review the benefits […]
10 ways to choose the best proteins
The proteins in our food come from animal (meat, poultry, seafood, dairy) as well as vegetable (beans, peas, soy products, nuts, grains) sources. Everybody needs protein, but most people already eat enough, and some, more than enough. How much is enough? Most people over the age of 9 should ingest between 140 and 200 grams […]